Part Two, last year Dr Goulão gave us the numbers and science of the Portuguese experience, this year we focus on: From Crisis to Solution, Practical explanation on how the Dissuasion Commissions work on a daily basis.

The organization of the treatment system in Switzerland (access, assessment, outpatient, residential, costs, …) and the importance of integrated care, and the role of Recovery Capital in Switzerland’s approach

Session speakers

Vikki will differentiate vicarious trauma & burn out from the spiritual and ethical pain that our work engenders when we are unable to provide dignity and social justice for the people we want to be useful too.

First Responders represent a unique segment of the population. These professionals routinely engage in emergency situations that overwhelm and even traumatize most civilians. This behavioural response is a trained reaction that is attractive to certain personality types, but counters the evolutionary nature of human brain development.

In this presentation we will examine the unique psychological challenges facing first responders and what can be done to sustain a healthy existence.

The Surrey Fire Service identified many years ago that providing mental health support to members was critical to maintaining a healthy workforce. We developed a peer support program and implemented a CISM team to help members assist with their exposures to traumatic incidents. For many years this program has been very effective, but the loss of three members within a three month period strained the ability of our members to cope with the emotion of these events.

TraumaDr. Christina BasedowEnhancing Recovery Capital Through Trauma-Based TreatmentThe clinical issue of trauma is pervasive in substance use populations. The Concurrent Trauma and Addiction Program (CTAP) is designed for members of the Canadian Forces Veterans Affairs Canada, the RCMP, and First Responders with concurrent symptoms of PTSD and operational stress injury along with SUD.

The construct of “recovery capital” and its’ four components is consistent with the FN Perspective on Health and Wellness and there may be value in exploring similar themes between the two, for the benefit of both populations.

Recovery coaching, the most important element in recovery-oriented care requires a unique set of competencies delivered by trained paraprofessionals. This session will review required attitudes, knowledge and skills

Medical Monitoring is much more than simply a drug testing program. Explore the various components of a comprehensive medical monitoring program as a key element for returning recovering employees to safety-sensitive positions

Urine drug testing can be an important tool used in addictions treatment, shared insights regarding common misconceptions about urine drug testing, various testing methodologies, and drug testing trends

Garett MacDonald Is a 19 year member with Vancouver Police Department. He has had a number of assignments within the VPD. His current role is the Peer Outreach coordinator for the the Peer Support Unit.

This presentation discusses the primary components of recovery capital, with developmental adaptations specific to adolescents. The presentation applies the recovery capital model to adolescents through two studies.

Community Focus, 3 hour workshop

Many people receive addiction treatment only when their lives have become complicated by other challenges, including involvement with the law, loss of housing and employment, or mental illness. This talk examines research on the life trajectories of people who experience complex addictions. It also reviews evidence concerning interventions and considers how the concept of recovery capital can explain why some interventions are more effective than others.

There is a growing recognition that there are many pathways of recovery. This presentation explores the barriers and facilitators to recovery capital. Presenters provide a lens to identify distinct areas that can be enhanced and barriers to be addressed in individuals’ recovery processes.